2000 Opel Frontera vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 Volvo 264.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 264. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Frontera | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Frontera | 264 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |